tow TOYOTA PRIUS C 2015 NHP10 / 1.G Owner's Guide

4368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 462)
Open the eyelet cover A using
a flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body as shown in the
illustration.
Open the eyelet cover B.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Emergency towing procedure
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4378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Vehicles without a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 4 7 5
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 462)
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4388-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
●When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place exces-
sive stress on the towing hook and rope.
The towing hook or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit
people and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the engine switch off (vehicles without a smart key system) or
the “POWER” switch off (vehicles with a smart key system).
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
■ Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or electricity gen-
erated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.

4398-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
■ To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

4628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P. 430)
*: Jack handle, wheel nut wrench and towing eyelet
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 3 9 8
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Luggage floor cover
Spare wheel cushions
To o l b a g
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Spare tire
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4648-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Move the driver seat to the front
most position.
Push the tabs in and remove
the cover by pulling it towards
you.
Take out the jack.For tightening
For loosening
Taking out the jack
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4708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Firmly tighten each wheel nut
two or three times in the order
shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Stow the tire jack and all tools.
Stow the flat tire in the luggage
compartment as shown in the
illustration.
Stow the spare wheel cushions and luggage floor cover in the lug-
gage compartment.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
( P. 497)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( P. 399)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
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4888-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the tran smission and other components
● Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

543Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Child safetyAirbag precautions .................. 40
Child-protectors .................... 128
Child restraint system ............. 57
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 32
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 164
Power window lock switch .... 158
Power window precautions ... 161
Removed key battery precautions......................... 415
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 36
Seat belt precautions .............. 34
Seat heater precautions........ 348
12-volt battery precautions................. 396, 481
Cleaning Exterior ................................. 366
Interior................................... 369
Seat belts .............................. 369
Clock........................................... 96
Coat hooks ............................... 360
Condenser................................ 391
Console box ............................. 353
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ... 483
Cord hook................................. 250
Cruise control .......................... 218
Cup holders.............................. 355
Curtain shield airbags ............... 38
Customizable features ............ 514 Daytime running light
system.................................... 203
Defogger Rear window ......................... 342
Side mirrors .......................... 342
Dimension ................................ 490
Dinghy towing.......................... 181
Display Energy flow ........................... 107
Multi-information display ......... 94
Trip information....................... 94
Warning message................. 449
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 379
Doors Back door ............................. 133
Door lock .............................. 127
Door windows ....................... 158
Rear door child protector ...... 128
Side doors ............................ 124
Side mirrors .......................... 156
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................................ 443
Driving
Break-in tips.......................... 168
Correct posture ....................... 26
Procedures ........................... 166
Winter driving tips ................. 241D

544Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Eco drive mode ........................ 197
Electric power steering ........... 232
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 476
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 430
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds........................ 441, 449
If a warning light
turns on .............................. 441
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 449
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 476
If the hybrid system will
not start .............................. 473
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 475
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 487
If the vehicle 12-volt
battery is discharged .......... 478
If you have a flat tire ............ 462
If you lose your keys ............. 120
If you think something is wrong.................................. 440
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 431
If your vehicle needs to be towed............................. 433
If your vehicle overheats ....... 483 Engine
Compartment ........................ 385
Engine switch ............... 182, 186
Hood ..................................... 382
How to start the hybrid
system ........................ 182, 186
Identification number ............ 491
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 473
Ignition switch ............... 182, 186
Overheating .......................... 483
“POWER” switch................... 186
Engine coolant Capacity................................ 494
Checking............................... 389
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 241
Engine oil Capacity................................ 493
Checking............................... 386
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 241
Engine/power control unit coolantCapacity................................ 494
Checking............................... 389
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 241
Engine switch .................. 182, 186
EPS ........................................... 232
EV drive mode ......................... 193
Event data recorder................... 10
Exclusive jump starting terminal .................... 478
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